There are nine hiking trails in Mount Magazine State Park and they vary greatly in difficulty and length, so there are routes for everyone to enjoy depending on their level of experience. Each hike offers its own distinctive journey along alternating views of the rocky landscape.
This is the longest hiking-only trail in the park at 9.7mi. and with some steep sections, it's considered a moderate hike. The trail can be completed in five hours but overnight camping is recommended so that you can enjoy the route at a slower pace. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the Mount Magazine State Park hotels after a day of hiking.
This particular trail provides some of the best scenery in the park with several waterfalls and some small creek crossings along the hike. This can be done as a 2.8mi. one-way hike using a shuttle bus or as an extended 7.5mi. loop for the more experienced hikers.
A very steep hike marks the start of this trail but most of the journey is along the flat ridge. The trail is just over two miles long and can be completed in about two hours. There are some stunning wildflowers along this route and black bears are often seen.
Mount Magazine State Park has a wide range of fun outdoor activities for the whole family. Go hang-gliding, rock climbing, and mountain biking to discover the wild beauty of the park's rugged landscape from a whole new perspective.
Partake in three or five-hour guided ATV tours of the Huckleberry Mountain Trail. Tours include all required equipment and a highly experienced guide. This is a great way to add some off-road action and adventure to your exploration of the park.
Mount Magazine is known as a formidable rock climbing destination, but there are also a number of routes suitable for novices and younger climbers. The park offers over a hundred routes for climbers to ascend.
You can try the strenuous Huckleberry Mountain Trail or one of the shorter trails with your kids. Bring your own bikes or hire from the Lodge and stay in Mount Magazine State Park cabins to try all the routes.